Google Cloud Platform Basics and Management Training Course
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) constitutes a comprehensive suite of cloud computing services offered by Google. It provides a diverse array of cloud-based solutions that enable organizations to construct, deploy, and scale applications, websites, and services. GCP is engineered to address intricate requirements related to computing, storage, data analytics, machine learning, networking, and application development.
This live, instructor-led training (available online or on-site) is designed for IT professionals at the beginner level who aim to manage and operate the Google Cloud Platform.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:
- Grasping the core services and infrastructure underlying GCP.
- Acquiring skills to manage networks and virtual machines.
- Understanding and implementing general security best practices within GCP.
- Exploring Kubernetes and container management capabilities in GCP.
- Gaining insight into storage options and how to configure them.
- Deploying and configuring databases on GCP.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical practice.
- Hands-on implementation within a live laboratory environment.
Customization Options
- To request customized training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
Course Outline
Introduction to Google Cloud Platform
- Overview of GCP services and global infrastructure
- Introduction to the GCP Console and Cloud Shell
- Basics of Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Setting up a GCP project and navigating the GCP Console
Networking and Virtual Machines
- Understanding VPCs, subnets, and network topologies
- Configuring firewall rules and network peering
- Creating and managing virtual machines (Compute Engine)
- Deploying and connecting virtual machines
Security Fundamentals and Kubernetes
- GCP security model and best practices
- Implementing roles and permissions
- Introduction to Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and containerization concepts
- Deploying a containerized application on GKE
- Setting up GKE and deploying a sample containerized application
Storage Solutions in GCP
- Overview of GCP storage options: Cloud Storage, Persistent Disks, and Filestore
- Setting up and managing buckets and storage classes
- Comparing use cases for different storage solutions
- Configuring and managing storage solutions
Databases and Platform Management
- Introduction to database options on GCP
- Deploying and configuring Cloud SQL and Firestore
- Monitoring and maintaining database performance
- Overview of GCP monitoring tools for platform management
- Deploying a database and configuring monitoring
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of cloud concepts
- Familiarity with command-line tools and basic networking principles
Target Audience
- IT professionals
- Cloud administrators
- System administrators
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It was a really good training course, well prepared and explained by the trainer with great hands on experience on GCP.
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